Physical inactivity is a risk factor for physical activity-related injuries in children

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Authors

Frank W. Bloemers · Amsterdam UMC Location VUmc

Dorine Collard · Mulier Institute

Mai J. M. Chinapaw · EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research

Willem van Mechelen · EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research

Jos W. R. Twisk · Amsterdam UMC Location VUmc

Evert Verhagen · EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research

Abstract

The children at highest injury risk are the target audience of the contemporary PA promotion efforts. PA promotion should also focus on injury prevention.

Topics & Keywords

Injury Epidemiology and Prevention Occupational Health and Performance Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: British Journal of Sports Medicine

Volume 46, Issue 9, pp. 669-674

DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2011-090546

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